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Catering Manager

Compass Group
New York City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Oct 2025
💰 $80,000/yr($75,000/yr$80,000/yr)

About the role

 

Position Title: Catering Manager 

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits 

 

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice AwardsBest Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

As the Catering Manager for a premier corporate client, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful operations of all catering and pantry services. You'll provide outstanding hospitality, hands- on support for daily catered events and cafe services, and oversee a small team of hourly associates.

 

This position is generally Monday through Friday. While primarily daytime, this position does require evening availability.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manage and execute catered services/ events
  • Works closely with the kitchen and culinary staff to create menus and provide outstanding service to a diverse group of guests
  • Directly manages 4 hourly associates. Trains associates in service techniques, menu presentation, and customer service
  • Communicates on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels; maintains excellent client relationships
  • Performs other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 1 year of foodservice management experience
  • Catering experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations
  • Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • Proficient computer and communication skills

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

 

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection

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